Crash closes Elwyn Road

Monday

Jan 20, 2014 at 3:15 AM

PORTSMOUTH — A single vehicle accident on Elwyn Road severed a utility pole, causing road closures for several hours on Saturday afternoon.

According to Portsmouth police, the vehicle struck a poll around 3 p.m. Sargeant Dave Keaveny said as of 5 p.m., wires were still spread across the road, and the car was still at the scene. The vehicle had only one occupant, who escaped the incident with minor injuries. The driver is currently being treated at Portsmouth Regional Hospital.

Keaveny said there were no reports of related power outages, and he expected personnel to remain at the scene for a few hours.